Aston Villa suffered a setback in their top four bid on Wednesday when they were thumped by title hopefuls Manchester City. The good news was that Tottenham could only draw with West Ham, meaning they were only able to gain a point on Unai Emery’s men.
What Villa do in the transfer market this summer will depend on whether they can secure Champions League football, but plenty of players have already been linked with a Villa Park switch. With that in mind, we have put together a possible starting XI for next season based on recent transfer rumours. Take a look below.
9. RW - Leon Bailey
Bailey has started regularly on the right. | Getty Images
10. LW - Moussa Diaby
Diaby has been one of Villa's most productive wingers. | Getty Images
11. CF - Ollie Watkins
Watkins will be the starter up top providing he stays put. | Getty Images